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Rockies' Outman speaks with D-backs' Gregorius

Pitcher had no malicious intent hitting batter

By Troy E. RenckThe Denver Post

Posted:
04/27/2013 10:59:28 PM MDT

Updated:
04/27/2013 10:59:35 PM MDT

PHOENIX -- Concern washed across his face. His speech was halting. Josh Outman was shaken by Friday's beaning of Arizona prospect Didi Gregorius. The fastball off Gregorius' right temple left him writhing in pain.

Outman made it a point to meet with Gregorius before Saturday's game, which was a therapeutic exercise for both players.

"It's one thing to say something through the media. I wanted to talk with him face to face so he could tell I was being sincere," Outman said. "I just hope nothing like this ever happens again."

Gregorius never saw malicious intent. It was just a pitch that got away from Outman, who's trying hard to make a good impression so he sticks in the bullpen.

"No, I don't think he did it on purpose," Gregorius said. "Everything is good. It's fine."

There remains a chance that Gregorius will be placed on the seven-day disabled list if his symptoms don't improve. A CT scan did not reveal a concussion.

Unnerved by the incident, Outman was replaced by Matt Belisle, who ultimately struck out Paul Goldschmidt with bases loaded.

Chacin improves

Jhoulys Chacin never wanted to go on the disabled list. His practice Saturday showed why. His back provided no problems during a 40-pitch side session. Without any setbacks, Chacin will go on a quick rehab assignment and be available to rejoin the rotation next Sunday against the Rays at Coors Field.

"He looked good out there," pitching coach Jim Wright said.

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Notable

Wade Miley made history Saturday in the first inning, becoming the first Diamondbacks pitcher to walk at least four hitters in an inning and not allow a run.

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